Social appropriateness, like any skill, requires the development of one's mental representations and pattern recognition to a sufficient level of sophistication. Practice, feedback, and reflection - all come from putting ourselves in situations to learn from with the right intent - we'll make mistakes, we'll experience "L'esprit de l'escalier" when we think of the 'right' thing to say after the event, but that's all part of learning. We can develop and learn far more over the long term than we realise.
This was fascinating. As a follower of Jesus, I set everything in that context. Would Jesus be considered a stoic? I think his actions were just and courageous but I am not sure about moderate or wise. Thank you for this
Yes, Jesus can be considered a Stoic. In any case, many of teachings is compatible with Stoic thought. There is quite a bit of overlap between Stocisism and Christiantiy.
"Just do the right thing. The rest doesn't matter." (Marcus Aurelius, VI, 2)
Another great article, very well-put and practical.
Very interesting, and very well explained with examples. Thank you for making us reflect.
Social appropriateness, like any skill, requires the development of one's mental representations and pattern recognition to a sufficient level of sophistication. Practice, feedback, and reflection - all come from putting ourselves in situations to learn from with the right intent - we'll make mistakes, we'll experience "L'esprit de l'escalier" when we think of the 'right' thing to say after the event, but that's all part of learning. We can develop and learn far more over the long term than we realise.
Very true. Practice is key.
This was fascinating. As a follower of Jesus, I set everything in that context. Would Jesus be considered a stoic? I think his actions were just and courageous but I am not sure about moderate or wise. Thank you for this
Yes, Jesus can be considered a Stoic. In any case, many of teachings is compatible with Stoic thought. There is quite a bit of overlap between Stocisism and Christiantiy.